Phoenix Audio Ascent Two – dual-mono Class-A mic preamp/DI with Gyrator EQ in 1RU rackmount. Modern transformerless input for clean to saturated tones, DSOP-2 output with custom DB694 transformer. Ideal for vocals, instruments; versatile for tracking/mixing with 70dB gain, phantom power, HPF.
Two channels: Mic A/B comparison, instrument DI (10MΩ), 48V phantom, phase reverse, -30dB pad, HPF (70-400Hz). 4-band Gyrator EQ (LMF/HF shelving, MHF/Presence peaking, stepped for recall). Output drive for harmonic saturation. Low noise (-128dBu EIN), high headroom (+26dBu).
Handcrafted in UK; suits studios seeking British vibe without vintage limitations.
MAIN FEATURES
- Dual Class-A preamps: 70dB gain, transformerless input
- DSOP-2 discrete output with custom DB694 transformer
- Instrument DI: 10MΩ impedance, JFET-like warmth
- Mic A/B switching with individual phantom
- HPF: Sweepable 70-400Hz, 12dB/octave
- 4-band Gyrator EQ: Stepped ±12dB, LMF (20-300Hz), HMF (0.3-5kHz), HF (5-20kHz), Air (20kHz+)
- Phase reverse, -30dB pad per channel
- Output drive control for saturation
- LED metering for gain/output
- 1RU rackmount, balanced XLR I/O
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Inputs: 2 x XLR mic (balanced), 2 x 1/4" TS DI/instrument
- Outputs: 2 x XLR line (balanced)
- Gain: 10-70dB (mic), 30dB (DI)
- Frequency Response: 20Hz-100kHz ±0.5dB
- THD + Noise: <0.005% @1kHz
- EIN: -128dBu (150Ω source)
- Max Output: +26dBu
- Power Supply: External 24V DC
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 19 x 1.75 x 9 in (1RU)
- Weight: 5 kg
- Included: Ascent Two, power supply
- Product Code: ASCENT2
